FAQ
- What time is the Capital Food Fight on November 11?
- The event begins at 6:00 and ends around 8:30. The on-stage battles will begin at 6:30. You are welcome to come at any time between those hours.
- Where is the event?
- The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20004
View Larger Map - What is the dress code?
- Most people will come straight from work, so business attire, business casual or your favorite party clothes.
- What will there be to eat and drink?
- 50 different restaurants, plus the Ronald Reagan Building, will provide delicious food at their tasting tables. Enjoy as much as you like – think of the biggest buffet you’ve ever seen and multiply that by 2. The bars will offer a selection of beers, wines, waters and infusions. This is a “grazing” event.
- Where do I sit?
- There is casual seating on both levels and bleacher seating on the concourse level for the stage battles. This is not a sit-down affair—guests like to wander from one great restaurant booth another.
- Do I have to pay for anything once I have my ticket?
- Plan on bidding for one of our great auction prizes, Everything else is included.
- Will there be tickets sold at the door?
- I wouldn’t count on it. Your best bet is to purchase tickets in advance
- Will I get an actual ticket sent to me?
- No. Go the registration desk when you arrive. Your name will be on the guest list once you purchase tickets. You and your paid guests will get a badge when you enter that includes different areas in the event.
You will receive an email after October 15 to confirm your attendance and the names of your guests.
Sponsored by
featuring:
José Andrés
Chairman and HostAnthony Bourdain
Co-HostTom Colicchio
JudgeMichael Mina
JudgeMark Kessler
Master of Ceremoniesbattling chefs: